Weaning patients from selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) will reduce the likelihood of which of the following posttreatment symptoms?
Hypomanic episodes and increased energy
Anxiety and crying spells
Sedation and decreased appetite
Increased appetite and excessive thirst
The nonsteroidalantiinflammatory drug (NSAIDs) of choice for a postoperative patient whose bowel sounds have not yet returned would be which of the following? (Points : 2)
Venlafaxine hydrochloride (Effexor) is different from other medications in its class in which of the following ways? (Select all
It has an increased incidence of extrapyramidal side effects.
It is tolerated well by all patients, including the elderly.
It is available in transdermal patches.
It has a short onset of action.
It has a strong sedative effect.